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In today’s economic climate talented people are being forced to look for their next job or opportunity. Many of them have valuable skills and experience to offer an employer; and some are being given opportunities that take them out of their comfort zone. Some will get stuck in self-doubt, fear ... Views: 1891
2) What I learned in 4 years of college impacted me more than words could ever describe…but here goes…
- I’ll start out with the most basic thing that anyone who has attended ANY SCHOOL can relate to…CLASS!!
What I found with many of the classes I took WASN’T that most of the things that ... Views: 1887
Over the years, I’ve discovered three actions that can guarantee your happiness. To start off, it’s important for you to know that happiness is a skill that anybody can learn. Most people believe that happiness is some kind of circumference that is outside of yourself. To be happy, many people ... Views: 1884
At first glance this may seem like a naive even ignorant statement to make when you consider that it is virtually impossible to view any media content without being bombarded with the idea that the world is in the grip of a crisis and that we must take precautions and be frugal with our money ... Views: 1881
We know what you're thinking... "Influence without positional authority" sounds like an oxymoron and if uttered in the organization, you believe you will have employees wondering about your sanity.
Everyone knows that the only way you will get things done in an organization is to use your ... Views: 1879
“My doctor says I need to lose some weight.”
“My boss says I need to get more motivated at work.”
“I know I should clean out the garage, but I don’t feel like it.”
Sound familiar?
If only we could motivate ourselves to do the things we need to do! ... Views: 1879
Throughout history, those living above the ordinary, those exceptional, auspicious individuals who have been fortunate enough to have developed their talent and creative ability-have enlisted the help of coaches. Why? Coaches help them to stay on top of their game. High achievers recognize they ... Views: 1876
To have the best life available you need Knowledge, Love and Inspiration. As you acquire Knowledge you can learn to do things for yourself and for others that make your life and the world a better place. With Love you can do these things with compassion, caring and humility. With Inspiration ... Views: 1874
American psychologist Henry Murray (1893-1988) described needs as a, “potentiality or readiness to respond in a certain way under certain given circumstances” (1938). Human needs are the source of intrinsic motivation for all behavior and social interaction. We all have needs that we strive to ... Views: 1873
Our emotions got us into the recession. They can keep us there, or get us out of it.
Resilience is the essential ingredient for thriving when budgets are cut, sales are down, when our jobs are threatened or gone, or when we are simply overwhelmed by it all. People who lack resilience can go ... Views: 1873
Thank you, Dear Dr Romance:
I've stumbled across your website, and think I'm going to be eternally grateful for having done so. Your advice is a pleasure to read, with helpful action-plans for effecting change. I love your articles on relationships with parents/children, being one's own best ... Views: 1872
To change your life, you must change your life. Sounds pretty simple doesn't it? Yet people, all over the world, live each day exactly the same and become frustrated when no significant change has taken place.
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, and ... Views: 1870
Life is meant to be experienced not embalmed. Ola Doner
Perfection is a trifle dull. It is not the least of life's ironies that this, which we all aim at, is better not quite achieved. Somerset Maugham
Don't take yourself so seriously. Learn to laugh at yourself and you'll always have ... Views: 1865
OK, maybe not world domination exactly.
But pretty fracken close!
Women consistently launch new businesses at a rate at twice that of their male counterparts, according to The Wall Street Journal.
And if you dear reader, are one of those women, you may be looking toward other business ... Views: 1864
What should I do with my life?
As soon as Edward wakes up in the morning, he lights up a cigerette and starts smoking. Then, he goes washes his face and takes a shower. As soon as he is done, he goes out wondering in the streets from a friend to another not knowing what to do with his day. ... Views: 1861
By The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online.
Tryouts—these are always scary for anyone who wants to go for it. With hundreds of competitors out there, it’s so easy for you to feel bad, ashamed, and worthless. Nevertheless you need to keep your hopes up and boost your self-confidence. ... Views: 1860
"With the past, I have nothing to do; nor with the future. I live now." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Every day we wake up, eat, go to work, eat, sleep, and do it all over again the next day. We find a system makes life run smoothly and that adds to our productivity. And it works - for awhile. But ... Views: 1858
I was raised in a conservative household where my Dad worked full time and my Mom worked part time. My parents never owned businesses or rental properties while I was growing up and so I never thought about business or real estate or being an entrepreneur.
In hindsight I think that if I had ... Views: 1856
In the History Channel's Da Vinci and the Code, the code has nothing to do with Dan Brown's work but refers instead to Da Vinci's work ethic, curiosity, and, most importantly, the discipline needed to keep working and moving forward, even through tumultuous times--in 15th century Italy life was ... Views: 1840
In the movie, "The King's Speech," the speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush) provides the stuttering King George VI (Colin Firth) with a set of exercises to keep his body and mind moving forward while speaking. By keeping his body and mind in a state of flow, King George VI was able to keep his ... Views: 1840
Whether you’re trying to lose weight or concentrate harder at work, a healthy dose of self-discipline is what you need most. With a strong strategy and tips for when temptation arises, you’ll reach success in no time.
1. Start on a Monday.
Researchers found that setting a date or event to ... Views: 1837
Everyone wants to be successful in life to a greater or lesser extent. Whilst success means different things to different people it’s fair to say there are some common characteristics. This article highlights the 8 key areas in life that people typically regret not having done ... Views: 1829
In the absence of being able to express their emotions and connect with the organizational identity, employees are expected to adapt to role driven behaviour. This can result in a decrease in an employee’s ability to contribute anything more than what is defined by the role, leaving both leaders ... Views: 1829
Action is the normal completion of the act of will which begins as prayer. That action is not always external, but it is always some kind of effective energy. ~ Dean Inge
There are doers; there are procrastinators; there are finishers; and there are those who's entire life is surrounded by ... Views: 1826
Have you ever been trying to explain something to someone or recall a story and realize by the expressions on the face of others that you were not being as clear as you desired to be? In that instance, you might have found yourself making the statement, “let me start again”. The older I get the ... Views: 1825
Life is not a Rubik’s cube. There is no one combination that will get you to the finish line every time. It’s a constantly changing and evolving thing. In the same way, what brings us happiness in life is also changing. So, how do we keep up with these changes so that we can be the happiest and ... Views: 1824
Why, not be want you want to be?
This is part of the BE, DO, HAVE series….
This is to help you find your happiness, your purpose, your dream. Find what motivates you to do what you truly love doing.
Tools you will require
Note book and pen.
Get yourself a note book to answer the ... Views: 1824
Success can be, and probably is, something different to each one of us. But the road traveled to reach that success, whatever it is to you, will most likely be a long journey. This journey will have sharp curves,steep hills, narrow shoulders, deep ruts, many detours, and possibly even some dead ... Views: 1823
People always complain that finding success is hard work and they don’t have time. I often ask these people what they do at night that makes them so busy. I’m sure you can come up with a list full of excuses right now. And I’m always surprised to see that there’s really nothing that holds them ... Views: 1819
I couldn't believe my eyes - the email read - "I'm feeling so disheartened lately. I have not hit any of my goals. I missed my personal best by 25 seconds. My list of contacts has not been growing at the same rate. I haven't reached my revenue targets."
Can you relate? Have you got goals you ... Views: 1817
I cut open an apple the other day, and it blessed me. Not just the fruit - which, of course, was very tasty and healthy - but the seeds. Every apple has at least four seeds in it, enough to grow four more trees … and thousands of potential apples. Every bag of apples is an ... Views: 1817
We are all single at some point in our lives so it’s important to help yourself stay motivated when it comes to the world of dating. Being a long time single gal, and being all about the how, I came up with a how to have a no fear approach to dating.
No Fear Rule #1- Dont take anything ... Views: 1809
So many times we are pestered by a lack of confidence in the things that we can do, hindering us from moving forward and accomplishing our goals.
Those feelings may come from things like losing your job, settling into your routine or simply boredom.
Other times, distractions and just a ... Views: 1809
Finding employment is a significant incentive for many individuals to gain a level of financial income in order to afford the overall price of living, in addition to enjoying a fruitful career within any respective business sector. Individuals who gain employment on a part-time or full-time ... Views: 1807
Extract from one of my Master of Ceremonies notes, April 2009:
“April is a month that has a very distinguishing feature… and I am not talking about my birthday!
I am talking about Easter.
Easter is about the Passion of Christ.
I am not going to preach to you about anything ... Views: 1806
Have you ever asked yourself how come some people accomplish almost everything they dream about and other seem to struggle on every step they take? How come some people seem to go straight to the top and others remains their all life at the bottom straggling to get by?
Actually, do you know ... Views: 1801
Are you in need of some online self help tips? Well, if you are, I am guessing that you may be somewhat unsure as to where to start. If this is you, fret not. Today, I will be discussing about this topic, and at the end of this article, I will also be recommending a useful resource that you can ... Views: 1793
When starting out in any work from home job or home businesses, you have to ask yourself the question; How can I stay motivated?
If you want to work from home successfully you are really going to have to get your act together!!
You need to be disciplined in order to achieve success; and ... Views: 1791
Why are quotes on perseverance so inspiring? That's because every day, we face challenges and problems that we need to overcome by keeping on.
Sometimes, we triumph over them despite difficulties; but there are also times when we would like to give up. And that's when perseverance is of ... Views: 1791
Everywhere I turn everyday, I encounter people who are unhappy with some aspect of themselves or their lives. They are not just at my psychotherapy practice or the community clinic I volunteer in. I encounter them at church, at nightclubs, at the health club, at the convenience store, at the ... Views: 1791
For years I’ve studied management and leadership theories. Everyone says basically the same thing. Managers manage and leaders lead. Everyone wants to do the same thing— lead and not manage.
In thinking about this conundrum while talking with an executive client, it occurred to me ... Views: 1785
Lessons From Early Team-Building
By
Bill Cottringer
“The ratio of We’s to I’s is the best indicator of the development of a team. ~Lewis B. Ergen.
Effective team-building has always been known as essential to any success, whether we are talking about work teams, sports teams, ... Views: 1783
I love speaking in the Greater Sacramento area. Aside from travel being eliminated from my schedule, the biggest benefit of not leaving home is the great audiences I encounter all over the Sacramento area.
Being a local Sacramento speaker allows me the opportunity to speak to my neighbors about ... Views: 1782
Our brains are amazing they work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from before you are born, right up until we fall in love. The truth is our brains are far more powerful than any computer ever developed; our thoughts are in fact so powerful that they can either create or destroy. They can create ... Views: 1782
In today’s modern world apathy is becoming increasingly prevalent. We are constantly and consistently bombarded with all sorts of bad news, leaving many of us with a feeling of indifference and the thinking, “I can’t make a difference” or “I can’t change ... Views: 1776
Much of my coaching and training work over the years can be summarized in a couple of words: “psychology” and “relationships”….I’m over simplifying it, but I’ve seen lives change and careers skyrocket based on one’s predominant thoughts (i.e. psychology…confidence/inspiration) and the strength ... Views: 1774
Have you ever been in a situation where you saw a leader take a specific action, yet you had no idea "why" or "how" the leader decided to take that specific action? Well, I have too! That's why I decided to study various leaders that I have worked with over 22 years and before long, I started to ... Views: 1774
If you think change is stressful, try NOT changing. Have you had it up to here with facing so much change? Are you resisting it, avoiding it, or embracing it? Do you want a fresh, new perspective on change? Do you need to get inspired and motivated to action? Well, it’s “GO” time!
As I ... Views: 1771
Stop blaming others and you will become the most powerful person in your life. Playing the blame game is not going to do anything for you or the person your blaming. Let me explain.
Your life is not going quite as great as you had hoped for and you are not really sure why. So you begin to ... Views: 1771
Most people have no idea of the giant capacity we can immediately command when we focus all of our resources on mastering a single area of our lives. Anthony Robbins
What is really happening when an all-star athlete is not playing to his potential? Derek Jeter, captain and infielder for the ... Views: 1769